Vision on EdTech

In the season finale, host Mike Peters looks back at his interviews for a bit of metacognitive reflection on his interviews so far. He looks at the major themes that have consistently come up throughout speaking about video as a tool to improve learning environments. In this we narrow the idea of where video stands apart from other tech.Mike also discusses his dream research project and brainstorms the research methods that could be used to study the question. Using the knowledge gained from his interviewees and the affordances of the tools they have mentioned on the podcast so far he theorizes how data could be collected and analyzed.Mike also talks about the future of tech in the classroom mentioned by each of his guests. Each guest brought up the topic of AI and Mike summarizes the posibilites of usefulness of AI in terms of video and education based on the information gained in each interview.Tools mentioned in this episode:PlaypositEdpuzzleYujaTranscript available at:www.michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

In this episode we have guest Monte Woodard, middle school science teacher in Washington D.C. and mentor involved with The Modern Classroom Project.  Monte  discusses the various ways video can be used to deepen understanding especially when used in a student driven learning  environment. Instructional videos are a powerful tool that can be a way to implement a self paced learning environment for students leading to better learning outcomes.For more information please visit:The Modern Classroom ProjectResearch referred to in todays episode include:Using Student-Created Content Videos in Flipped Learning to Enhance Student HigherOrder Thinking Skills, Engagement, and SatisfactionTools discussed in this episode include:EdpuzzleTranscript available at:michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

On this episode we have guest Brittany Handler,  Senior Instructional Designer at Touro University and EdTech guru. We discuss the  various ways in which video can bolster engagement in student learning. By using the various affordances of various video technologies educators can leverage the tools to keep students involved, motivated and active  participants in their learning.Research referred to in todays episode include:Student-Produced Videos Can Enhance Engagement and Learning in the Online EnvironmentEducational tools mentioned in todays episode include:PlaypositYujaEdpuzzleTranscript available at:michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

In this episode we have guest Dr. Richard E. Mayer, distinguished professor of psychology at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Dr. Mayer discusses the ways in which video might be leveraged to improve instruction.  By understanding the way the brain processes auditory and visual information on the screen, educators can more carefully design the educational content to enhance their curriculum.Research referred to in todays episode include:The effects of multimedia video lectures on extraneous loadImproving online video lectures: learning challenges created by mediaThe Promise and Pitfalls of Learning in Immersive Virtual RealityWe heavily reference Multimedia Theory  and the various principles throughout the episode. Read all about it in the book:Multimedia LearningTranscript available at:michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

In this episode we have guest Adam Geller of Edthena. Adam speaks with us on the technique of using video as a means of reflection with the purpose of creating better educators.Research discussed in todays episode includes:Teacher Learning in the Context of a Video ClubUsing Video to Analyze Ones Own Teaching Books discussed in todays episode include:Evidence of Practice: Playbook for Video-Powered Professional LearningTranscript available at:michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech

Host Mike Peters discusses his career as a student from grade school, undergrad and his masters program. His relationship with education and video has shaped his passion for pursuing and understanding how video can be used as a tool to build a more effective learning environment for both educators and learners alike.Research mentioned in this episode:How Does Distance Affect Learning?The Effectiveness of Live and Pre-recorded Video in Remote and Hybrid Learning EnvironmentTranscript Available at:michaelraymondpeters.com/edtech